I’m happy to share with you a sneak peek into a photo project by Frankie Magazine, a popular Australian magazine for women (and men too) looking for individual artistic content and style.

Frankie has just published its first limited edition photo album, which will be on sale from Oct 14, 2009. It is now available for pre-order here.

The 144-page album features the works of more than 100 amateur and professional photographers from around the world. A pictorial collectible not only meant for shutterbugs but also for anyone who enjoys looking at beautiful pictures.

Shown here are four stunning pictures that you’ll find in the photo album. They are the works of the following photographers (from top to bottom):
Jasmine Rubio | Susannah Conway | Laina Briedis | Katherine Squier

Pre-order it here: frankie.com.au (ships internationally)

I really love the f,l,o,w,e,r,s ruler created by Japanese designer Norihiko Terayama of Studio Note. Each acrylic ruler consists of 28 dried flowers with red-dyed stems, meticulously placed 1 cm apart from each other by the designer himself.

The tiny red flowers will more than substitute the lack of inch marks on this unique ruler.

Buy it here: novelax (japan) | generate design

Loving these organza flower clutch bags (shown here in strawberry and white) from Davie and Chiyo. Each handmade clutch is attached with a gorgeous organza bloom.

I’d like to welcome my new sponsor Blonde Birdie, an online store which offers unique and delightful goods from various designers and handmade artists. The carefully curated products range from fashion accessories, home decor and kitchen ware to stationery, gifts and kids’ stuff. New and exciting items are added regularly to the store.

Here are some adorable finds from Blonde Birdie: (clockwise from top left) creature coasters, tan bird coin purse, giraffe rattle, black diamond pashmina, blue sparrow mousepad and wooden candle holders.

Please take a moment to visit blondebirdie.com.

Ana Santos brings out life in the littlest things with her amazing photography.

Her stunning pictures appear to have made time stand still so you can take a moment to admire nature’s beauty.

Browse more of Ana’s photography here.

This cute pug is calling me by my first name, how can I possibly say no? I adore its blue hooded anorak! Beautifully knitted by Barbara Prime of Fuzzy Mitten. If you’re a seasoned knitter, you may wish to check out Barbara’s knitting patterns so you can create your very own cuddly animals.

Buy patterns here: fuzzymitten.etsy.com

You and me, a pair of magenta shoes and a swivel chair, will be friends forever like the pair of teal boots and antique chair. Two heart-warming art prints by Portland artist Michele Maule, that are based on her original paintings.

Buy it here: michelemaule.etsy.com

A bunch of colorful fabric buttons made into an adorable beaded necklace. This notions necklace may inspire some of you to make your own from your stash of odd buttons …

I recently discovered stylist Kate French, and adored her feminine and refreshing style. I’m especially drawn by her home and interiors work. Browse her lovely portfolio here.

Loving these gorgeous collage artwork by Sandra Muller and Edvard Derkert, currently being shown at the Cut & Paste, an international exhibition of contemporary collage and assemblage in Stockholm, Sweden. {via decor8}

Too cute not to share! An adorable picture of square and round smiley cookies, beautifully captured by cocoaloco. A great pick-me-up that will turn any frowns into smiles.

Loving these chunky graphic print notebooks by Sarah Hough. Each notebook features 200 plain pages with a pretty cover. You can choose from floral, cute to modern artistic prints. Shown here clockwise from top-left are drama queen, paradiso, tea for two, and cupcakes crazy.

These tiny ceramic dove tokens make me smile! A beautiful ceramic piece that you can give to spread the message of peace and love. Use these versatile dove tokens as gift tags, ornaments on the tree or wall, wedding favors or as holiday stocking stuffers.

I’m also loving this special ceramic plate with the words “Today I will” stamped on it. Fill in the rest of the text, and give it to a loved one.

Buy it here: palomasnest.etsy.com

Lou Lou & Oscar whose handmade plush I adore, has a series of adorable hand-embroidered wall art. Each wooden embroidery hoop features an appliqued animal on a beautiful collage of sewn-together fabric pieces. I’m loving her choice of fabric and the beautiful embroidered words on them.

I absolutely adore these stylish and modern dolls by Jill Bent. Each lovely lady is made from a clothespeg painted with face details, and dressed in an authentic hand-knitted and hand-sewn vintage wool clothing. A set of these unique dolls will make a lovely collection on your mantle, bookcase or desk. Makes a wonderful gift set too! {via}

We compliment each other… Have fun with black and white dotted clothing and home accessories from Kate Spade. Shown here are madeleine dot vintage blouse, sag harbor dot mug, dots and stripes knee-length socks, and sag harbor dot salad plate.

This fun limited edition art print by Shelli of Studio Mela makes me smile! I collect egg beaters, from vintage, miniature to modern and state-of-the-art one, in order to find the one that can beat the frothiest egg white and thickest cream… A colorful picture that I’d love to have in my kitchen!

Ruffles and dusty pink, a style and color that I haven’t touched since I was a little girl, are making a comeback in my wardrobe. I’m loving these contemporary bohemian pieces from Australian label Fleur Wood’s winter 2009 collection. Probably not something I can wear on its own for winter here in Canada, but with lots of layers over, that should do fine. Browse more Fleur Wood collections here.

Meal times can’t get quirkier and more interesting than this … “Lime slices for dinner again?” said the white pair of chopsticks to the black. “Why? Isn’t that better than doodling on an empty plate?” came the reply from the large plate.

Designed by Takumi Ishida to look like pencils, the ramin wood pencil chopsticks come in a set of four white and four black. Unfortunately, you can’t draw with them.

The set of three chat plates by Ikuko Nakazawa, are designed to look like conversation bubbles. Don’t you think the plates and chopsticks go together perfectly?